So Far So Good

We have survived the first week of school! When asked, Madeleine will tell you that her favorite part of the school day is recess. This comes as no surprise since she is very active and LOVES the outdoors. She can also sing all of the songs she has learned during music class; actions included. I have been known to drive by the school when I know the kiddos will be on the playground. One such time I saw Madeleine playing alone with a ball. While she looked very cute dribbling the bright orange ball, I was sad that she was alone. Madeleine has been known to make friends at the park. She may not know anyone when we arrive, but by the time we leave she is telling everyone good-bye by name. So, seeing her play alone surprised me. Later that afternoon I talked to her about it and she said, "by the time I got outside all of the friends were taken". :( So, I encouraged her to introduce herself to children & ask if she can play with them. Yesterday, I prayed a lot, specifically at the times I knew she would be at recess. When she got home I asked her about her day and about recess. She said she played "horse and princess" with a girl named Katie (LOVELY name). :) I will keep praying that she will make lasting friendships.



Over all I'd say the biggest adjustment is the fact that she is in school all day; 8:10-2:53! My normally happy go lucky girl has been having melt downs in the evenings because she is so exhausted. I am having to learn how to deal with these outbursts because it is not something I am used to from her. She has also been known to ask me at bedtime, "so, what are we going to do tomorrow" and I have to burst her bubble by explaining she has to go to school again. Audrey sure does miss her big sister while she is away and I usually have to remind her once or twice a day that she is at school. This picture is of Audrey telling Madeleine good-bye. I practically had to rip her off of Madeleine.


I am really enjoying my time with Audrey. Her little personality shows more when she doesn't have to share the spot light. In fact, she is down right adorable! We have enjoyed our time together and are slowly adjusting to the quietness that is our home when Madeleine is not there.


I am sorry this post is so long, but I haven't written an entry in an entire week (totally uncharacteristic of me). I hope you are all having a GREAT week!